Andrew Layton

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About Andrew Layton

A highly accomplished Recruitment Director with a proven track record of designing and leading high-impact talent acquisition strategies that fuel organisational growth, workforce resilience, and long-term business success. Recognised as a trusted advisor to Boards, C-Suite executives, and senior leadership teams, shaping recruitment frameworks, workforce planning models, and leadership pipeline strategies across global and regional operations. Expert in delivering end-to-end recruitment solutions — from executive search and specialist hiring to volume recruitment and workforce transformation — with deep sector experience spanning construction, manufacturing, facilities management, and professional services across the Middle East, Europe, and UK. Skilled in embedding employer branding, EVP, and talent value propositions that position organisations as employers of choice and strengthen their competitive edge in the talent market. Renowned for driving excellence in candidate assessment, stakeholder engagement, and leadership advisory, and for building strategies that enhance retention, succession, and workforce continuity during periods of transformation, growth, and restructuring. Adept at delivering career advisory and transition support to senior professionals and executives, guiding them through complex career decisions, market positioning, and personal brand development.